As part of the City’s commitment to accountable and transparent governance, the City has reappointed Integrity Commissioner, Anita K. Atwal, K.C., for a second, two-year term beginning July 1, 2026.
The role of Integrity Commissioner was established in 2024, as part of the Code of Conduct Bylaw, outlining clear expectations for ethical behaviour among elected officials. Council requested a thorough review of the previous, outdated bylaws and saw the need for an impartial third party to conduct Council investigations. The Integrity Commissioner role was established to be responsible for conducting such investigations under the Bylaw, and for providing advice to Council members.
Responsibilities
As an independent officer, the Commissioner’s duties include:
- Providing advice and recommendations to Council members.
- Educating Council members, the public, and staff about the Code of Conduct Bylaw.
- Conducting investigations into complaints of alleged breaches of the Code of Conduct.
The Commissioner reports to Council but performs their role independently on a contractual, as-needed basis.
Complaints Process
If you would like to report conduct by a Council Member or the Mayor (“Council Member”) which you believe contravened the Council Code of Conduct Bylaw, No. 7976-2023 (“Code of Conduct”), please fill out the form below and email the completed form to Anita Atwal, Maple Ridge Ethics Commissioner, at anita@anitaatwallaw.com.
Filing a Complaint
Prior to filing a complaint, please ensure your complaint falls within the scope of the Code of Conduct. Section 9 of the Code of Conduct includes definitions of the terms used below.
If the above requirements are met, please fill out the complaint form below. Try to fill in as much as possible with exact details.
If you require assistance filling out the form or have questions, please contact the Ethics Commissioner, at anita@anitaatwalaw.com.
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Contact and Additional Information
For more information or to file a confidential complaint, email anita@anitaatwallaw.com.